SAHARA'S TURKISH CUISINE in Murray Hill Kips Bay
Latest: GRADE B
Last inspected Jun 10, 2026
📍 513 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10016 ·
🍽️ Turkish
Overview
Sahara's Turkish Cuisine in Murray Hill holds a current Grade B from NYC DOHMH, based on a score of 24 points from its most recent 2024 inspection. With 2 inspections on record since 2024, the restaurant has one Grade B result and one additional inspection on file, with no emergency closures.
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Inspections on Record
Grade B
Current Grade
SAHARA'S TURKISH CUISINE in Murray Hill Kips Bay: Full Inspection History (3 records)
Jun 10, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 39
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foo...
GRADE B
Jan 2, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 24
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary pre...
Oct 17, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 37
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Evidence of mice or li...
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SAHARA'S TURKISH CUISINE in Murray Hill Kips Bay: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was SAHARA'S TURKISH CUISINE last inspected?
- SAHARA'S TURKISH CUISINE was last inspected on June 10, 2026 (Grade B). The inspection score was 39 points.
- What is SAHARA'S TURKISH CUISINE's current health grade?
- SAHARA'S TURKISH CUISINE currently holds a Grade B. Grade B indicates a score of 14–27 points. The restaurant must post the B grade and schedule a re-inspection.
- How many health inspections has SAHARA'S TURKISH CUISINE had?
- SAHARA'S TURKISH CUISINE has 3 health inspections on record from October 2024 through June 2026. Grade B on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at SAHARA'S TURKISH CUISINE?
- The worst inspection score recorded at SAHARA'S TURKISH CUISINE was 39 points on June 10, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has SAHARA'S TURKISH CUISINE ever received a Grade C?
- No. SAHARA'S TURKISH CUISINE has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.